Understanding the Role of Monkeys in Assisting People with Disabilities

Understanding the Role of Monkeys in Assisting People with Disabilities

Assessment

Interactive Video

Special Education, Life Skills, Biology

6th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Ethan Morris

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The video discusses how monkeys can sense human emotions and are trained to assist people with disabilities, particularly those with mobility impairments. The program aims to provide capuchin monkeys to individuals at no cost, enhancing their independence by performing tasks like fetching items and flipping book pages. The personal story of a person who benefited from a monkey named Casey highlights the emotional support and companionship these animals offer, becoming an integral part of the family.

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8 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the unique ability of monkeys mentioned in the video?

They can predict the weather.

They can sense human emotions.

They can speak multiple languages.

They can solve complex math problems.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What inspired the idea of training monkeys to assist people with disabilities?

The intelligence of dolphins.

The success of therapy cats.

The use of guide dogs for the visually impaired.

The popularity of circus animals.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How long do monkeys typically spend in training at the monkey college?

Three to five years

Two years

One year

Six to eight years

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which task is NOT mentioned as something monkeys are trained to do?

Fetch a phone

Cook a meal

Flip book pages

Get a drink

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the main benefits of having a trained monkey for someone with a spinal cord injury?

Improved cooking skills

Increased social media followers

Enhanced independence

Ability to travel more

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What role does Casey play in the narrator's life now?

A source of emotional support and companionship

A financial advisor

A professional trainer

A travel companion

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the narrator describe the bond with their monkey?

As a temporary arrangement

As a challenging task

As a professional relationship

As an incredible bonding experience

8.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the weight of the monkey mentioned in the video?

Two pounds

Five pounds

Ten pounds

Fifteen pounds